March 1, 2014 Sabbath Joy Begins Next Week — 5:44 p.m.
This Sabbath
Personal Ministries
+ Prayer journal in the foyer
+ Power hour — 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Sabbaths — library
+ Bible study — 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Sabbaths — library
+ Prayer requests can be sent to —
n Women Ministry will continue its day of prayer after the worship service today in the youth room with a season of prayer.
n Vespers today will be at 5:00 p.m. with the Men’s Chorus from the College Church.
FUN FAMILY CONCERT! Colorado Trombones in a Benefit Concert forTPAC
n The High Altitude Trombone Quartet will present a benefit recital for the Thayer Performing Arts Center on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held at the Thayer Performing Arts Center, Atlantic Union College, 438 Main Street, South Lancaster.The quartet will present a wonderfully varied and entertaining program of works ranging from Classical to Pops.TPAC Director Earl Raney says, “The High Altitude Trombone Quartet is comprised of the entire trombone section of the Colorado Springs Philharmonic Orchestra.They have recorded multiple albums and have been featured on numerous concert series.The Thayer Performing Arts Center is delighted to present this delightful evening of brass music. TPAC is a community music school in the truest sense, offering music of all genres to musicians of all ages, right here in our own backyard. The proceeds from this concert will benefit our scholarship fund for local students enrolled in TPAC’s new junior wind ensemble. We want to make the expert instruction TPAC offers more affordable for those in need of financial support. I invite you to join me for a spectacular afternoon of music for a great cause and to see how Thayer Performing Arts Center is enriching our community for God's glory, one student at a time!”There is a suggested donation of $10 adults, $8 students/seniors, $20.00 family.For more information call 978-368-2100 or .
Calendar Events
n The deadline for bulletin announcements is Wednesday at noon. You may email your announcements to or by calling 978-790-0808. Any bulletin information submitted after the deadline may not be included.
n Parents Brunch: On March 2, the Children's Ministry department is inviting all parents with children (12 and under) to join us for a potluck style brunch. The purpose of this brunch is three-fold: 1) fellowship in the commonality that binds us: parenthood! 2) encourage each other in this character shaping journey that we are on through prayer and devotion 3) discuss how the church, specifically the children's department, can be a resource to both parents and children. If you have any questions please contact Guadalupe Montour at 978-333-1209.
n You are invited to join us for ReMix: a vibrant young adult led worship service of the South Lancaster Village Church at the Strand Theater - 58 High St Clinton, MA 01510 at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 8th! This month we are turning ReMix over to our youth. We are happy to have SLA and our local church youth lead worship and Pastor Heather Cook sharing God's word with us.
We will also provide free lunch at "The Way" Cafe - 34 Walnut Street; Clinton, MA following ReMix.
n There will be a potluck on March 8, please bring a dish to share.
n Church Business Meeting: Saturday, March 8, from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
To be voted: Budget for 2014 recommended by the Finance Committee and Church Board
n Finance Committee: Tuesday, March 18, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.
n The SNEC Women’s Ministry will hold a one day retreat, Fill Me Lord, on March 22. The guest speaker is Vicky Coe, Ph.D. The cost is $40. Register by going to www.adventsource.org.
n Church Board: Monday, March 24, from 7:00-8:30 p.m.
n COME EXPERIENCE CHRISTIAN EDUCATION: South Lancaster Academy and Browning Elementary Visitation Day will take place on Thursday, April 3, 2014. It is a wonderful opportunity for all students in Preschool (3 yrs. old by September 30) to twelfth grade to visit our school. Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten - 8:00-11:30 a.m. Grades K-12, 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. For more information please contact 978-368-8544.
Weekly Events
n Pathfinders will meet each Sabbath from 5:00-8:00 p.m.
n Women’s MinistryBible study meets each Monday starting at6:30 p.m.in the Earliteen room. We will begin a new study on Daniel. The study will begin Monday, March 2nd. The workbook is not necessary to join the study. For more information contact Suzanne Young by calling 978-365-7059.
Daniel: Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy by Beth Moore
Join Beth in a faith-building study of prophecy and learn how to live with integrity in today's self-absorbed society. The prophet Daniel faced unbelievable pressures to compromise his faith, to live in a hostile culture, and to confront temptations and threats. Today, believers in Jesus Christ face many of the same trials.
n Women's Ministry will be serving soupwith breads at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings prior to prayer meeting. Come and join us to be filled.
n Prayer Meeting: You are invited to participate in a fresh and innovative approach to understanding the life and teachings of Jesus. Beginning this Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. we will enjoy a breathtaking video presentation filmed entirely on location. Come and experience the life, ministry and mission of Jesus in the context of culture, time and place. Your understanding of the gospel story will be richly enhanced.
n PUSHWednesdayat 7:30 p.m.
n GriefShare, Your Journey from Mourning to Joy, a grief recovery support group meets each Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in the Earliteen room on the lower level. This is an ongoing group support and you may join at any time. Contact Suzanne Young for more information ().
General Announcements
n VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: We are looking for individuals who are interested in learning how to operate the church’s A/V systems. No experience is necessary, we’ll train you! Even if you can only help out every so often, we’d love to have you on the team! If you’re interested, please see Carl / Joel in the sound booth or email .
n Victoria Drew and Levi, Mary, & Wayne Mckenney will be going on a mission trip to Dominica, sponsored by the Southern New England Conference youth department. Any donations are greatly appreciated towards the goal of going to Dominica.
If you would like to donate funds to support this group please submit a check to: SNEC, Youth Department; P.O. Box 1169; S. Lancaster, MA 01561. To receive a tax donation slip you cannot indicate who the funds are for. On a separate note please list who contacted you for the donation.
n My sister and I are, God-willing, planning on taking a mission trip to California with VOT (Voices of Triumph). The total amount is $700. For more information on the choir and director contact information, visit http://www.votministries.org/index.html. - Lois Nyasani ()
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